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UPDATED: COVID-19 Artist Resources & Opportunities

During this uncertain time, ArtWorks would like to lend a hand of support to artists. Your families, health, and livelihoods are heavy on our minds. We want to hear from you directly on how ArtWorks can be a resource. Shoot us an email to let us hear your ideas. We willdo our best to be there for our community.

Americans for the Arts have also banned a list of artist resources together. In addition, their site is hosting news and events updates, links to articles on anti-stigma and bigotry, and a quick survey to collect data on how COVID-19 is impacting the arts sector.

COVID-19 Freelance Artist Resources is a page dedicated to resources for self-employed artists of all disciplines. Compiled and inspired by Nicole Brewer, Ann Marie Lonsdale, Quanice Floyd, Tiffany Wilhelm, Brian Herrera, Hannah Fenlon, and Clementine Bordeaux, the group has thoughtfully created a detailed virtual center. Artists can find (for free!) artist driven panel conversations, emergency funding information, webinars, and resources for interrupting racism and bias plus so much more. They also are accepting resource submissions to keep the site plentiful and up-to-date.

Manifest Gallery has an international artist call for original art about small objects titled, MINI/MICRO. Due by May 5, 2020, artists may submit both traditional and non-traditional visual arts media of any size. On their website, a statement in regards to COVID-19 has been posted noting that current and future exhibitions will continue. The gallery is working to offer digital access to works and installations via social media

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About ArtWorks

ArtWorks is an award-winning Greater Cincinnati nonprofit that transforms people and places through investments in creativity. The organization provides youth, ages 14-21 with the majority from underserved households, with competitive 21st century career readiness skills through mentorship by professional artists. Since 1996, ArtWorks has employed more than 3,600 youth and 3,200 creative professionals, and the organization has completed more than 12,500 public and private art projects that includes 190 permanent outdoor murals, contributing to the region’s global reputation as an arts destination.